David Philip Hirsch
David Philip Hirsch | |
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| Born | 28 December 1896 Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Died | 23 April 1917 (aged 20) Wancourt, France |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | Green Howards |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
David Philip Hirsch VC (28 December 1896 – 23 April 1917) was a British Army officer during World War I and recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.